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Whatever time of year you want to visit the Lake District, Cumbria, we have something planned to keep you entertained, engaged, and energised. From country fairs and garden parties to beer festivals and agricultural shows, this is very much #ThePlaceToBe – at all times of the year. Whether you are looking for what's on in the Lake District, or what's on in Cumbria, we have you covered with the best list of events taking place.
We Cumbrians love to celebrate things – food, music, literature, culture, the great outdoors – and nothing delights us more than sharing the wealth of our heritage and landscape with visitors from all over the world.
The county comes alive to the sound of music – and we mean all kinds of music, from classical to alt rock. We’ve got festivals aplenty, from folk weekends centred on a brewery to a music festival that also includes outdoor activities – hardly surprising given that the Lake District, Cumbria is known for its natural beauty. Walking festivals, fell runs, competitive bike races, orienteering and challenge events… whatever way you like to tackle or enjoy nature, we’ve got something for you.
When you’re done exerting yourself, you’ll be looking for something to eat - and in Cumbria, we know how to celebrate our remarkable food heritage! There are markets and foodie events all over the county spread throughout the year, from a celebration of marmalade to a chili eating competition. Taste Cumbria hosts a series of great festivals between April and October with lots of food stalls and cooking demos.
And don’t forget beer. We’re big fans of it in Cumbria – we like to brew it, drink it and celebrate its very existence with over a dozen brilliant festivals throughout the year. Discover big events spread over a couple of days that draw in crowds from all over England, and smaller events in cosy pubs deep in the heart of rural Cumbria.
Christmas markets, Easter fairs and seasonal celebrations are huge in the county, too. From agricultural shows to festive fun, we’ve got you covered. How about stepping back in time at the Ulverston Dickensian Festival? Check out our Lake District, Cumbria blog for bags of inspiring articles on places to visit and things to see.
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Moresby, Whitehaven
Silver Screening
Starring: Andrew Scott, Brendan Fraser & Kerry Condon
In the tense 72 hours before D-Day, General Dwight D. Eisenhower and Captain James Stagg face an impossible choice--launch the most dangerous seaborne invasion in history or…
Crosby-on-Eden, Carlisle
Pumpkin Picking After Dark takes everything people love about pumpkin picking and turns it into a fun autumn night out for grown-ups.
Across the pumpkin patch you'll find thousands of pumpkins ready to pick, along with themed photo opportunities,…
Walby Farm Park, Carlisle
Moresby, Whitehaven
Rosehill's Comedy Club brings you some of the country's best touring comics.
Don't miss your chance to see our latest hand-picked selection of multiple stand-ups from the national circuit. Their names may not seem familiar but many are successful…
122A Highgate, Kendal
For more than 35 years, Scottish group Shooglenifty have pioneered their fiery and infectious fusion of traditional Scottish folk music, beats, basslines, electronica and alt rock, creating a distinctive sound they call 'acid croft'. Across nine…
Keswick
Step into the spotlight for an unforgettable Jersey Boys Tribute Night, featuring live performances, a delicious two-course dinner and a complimentary welcome drink on arrival.
Start your evening with a complimentary welcome drink before enjoying a…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Come for an evening of entertainment and delight with these two wonderful choirs – one visiting, especially for this weekend, from London and one very special local community choir. They will have you laughing one minute and possibly shedding a tear…
Coniston
Discover the Lake District after dark on an unforgettable canoe journey across beautiful Coniston Water. As daylight fades, paddle across the peaceful lake surrounded by the dramatic Coniston mountains and some of the Lake District's most…
Coniston Water, Coniston
Millom
It's been twenty-five years since Trigger Happy TV burst onto our screens, transforming the hidden camera format with its surreal universe of characters and unforgettable pranks. Now, to celebrate a quarter-century of chaos, Dom Joly is bringing his…
Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh
Fibre Art Lampshade Workshop with Wendy Ann Stanger
£70 + £10 materials (payable on the day)
Join Studio Artist Wendy Ann Stanger for an inspiring workshop where you'll learn to create your own bespoke fibre art lampshade. Working with an array of…
Farfield Mill, Sedbergh
Moresby, Whitehaven
Performed by GERARD LOGAN
Directed by GARETH ARMSTRONG
Music by SIMON SLATER
Hauntings is a spellbinding evening of three tales of the supernatural from two of the world's greatest writers of ghost stories, E.F. Benson and M.R. James.
With…
122A Highgate, Kendal
Live/Wire: the AC/DC Show bring TNT High Voltage Dirty Deeds to Kendal!
AC/DC, arguably the greatest rock band of all time, are brought to life by Live/Wire with the true passion you would expect from professional musicians who share your love of…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Critically acclaimed as one of the greatest tribute shows in the world, Simon & Garfunkel Through the Years has toured extensively in the UK, Europe, Australia and USA, receiving standing ovations and selling out theatres night after night.
Fronted…
Inspiration
Join us for a day of live music, family fun and festival vibes in the heart of the Langdale Valley…
Trawler Race, Dog show, Bar, Live music, stall, Emergancy services,
'Search for the Missing Sparkle' tells the story of a little fairy who has lost her sparkle. The…
Take your seats and join the fun as Peter Rabbit and his friends hop from page to stage in a…
'She ran away to the circus' tells the story of a little girl called Lilly who's a little bit wild.…
When tragedy strikes, courage blossoms. The death of a much-loved husband prompts a group of…
Useful/Beautiful marks 25 years of contemporary craft at Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house,…
You're seven years old. Mum's in hospital. She finds it hard to be happy. So you start to make a…
Join Jordan, your local Wild Food UK foraging instructor and immerse yourselves in Nature's…
Join local artist Lela Harris this summer for a weekly drawing workshop series designed especially…
Explore the musical, interactive, piano sculptures of local artist Joshua Payne, exhibited across…
Join Poet Laureate Simon Armitage for an unmissable poetry reading in Grasmere. The event will take…
Inside just got interesting. Step off the trail and into a space where the Lake District is…
Photography exhibition about the Morecambe Bay fishing community by Tessa Bunney
Venture into the fateful night that inspired one of the world's greatest gothic tales: Mary…
You may have walked the narrow pavements of Ambleside, exploring the various cafes, gift outlets…
Discover the creatures that came before the T.REX. Step back to the Carboniferous period, 100…
This Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour production, directed by Chen Shi-Zheng, is known for its lavish…
Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and wild swimming.…
Tickets are now available for the main arena on the Sunday of Whitehaven Weekender, a vibrant new…
If you love wild swimming around beautiful islands then you will love our Wild Isle…
Beneath the ancient skyline of Carlisle, hidden stories linger in every red-brick shadow and echo…
Make the most of the final weeks of the summer holidays with a fantastic family day out at Carlisle…
Join us for a powerful multi-media exhibition exploring stories of fragility and survival, told…


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